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1950 Map of Sheridan Mountain

Name: 1950 Topographic Map of Sheridan Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1950
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1950

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Prescott National Forest dominates this mid-century landscape in Yavapai County, where a network of cattle ranches and remote cabins defines the human footprint. High mesa country, including South Mesa and Cedar Mesa, is dissected by deep drainages like Cottonwood Canyon and Moonshine Canyon. The map documents a rugged livestock economy through established sites such as Spider Ranch, Dumbbell Ranch, and the Bar U Bar Ranch.

Evidence of early land use is found at the Cedar Salt Ground and Yolo Cabin, while more permanent landmarks like Fair Oaks and Dillon Field appear on the eastern edge. Drainage patterns are complex, with Sycamore Creek and Kirkland Creek carving through the plateau. Significant topographic points such as Sheridan Mountain and Eagle Pk serve as primary anchors for this survey of the Arizona interior.